Payments & Settlements

Indonesia Projects Doubling of Local Currency Settlements in 2026

30/10/2026

Bank Indonesia aims to double local currency settlements to USD 55 billion in 2026, reducing US dollar reliance and expanding cross-border payments.

Supervision & Enforcement

Korea FSS Expands Market Probes Amid Investigative Overhaul

30/10/2026

The FSS is bolstering its special judicial police unit to lead capital market investigations amid a broader prosecutorial reshuffle.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

ASIC Received Over 150 Misconduct Reports in Big Four Probe

30/10/2026

ASIC has updated its misconduct report figures, revealing a surge in whistleblower complaints against major accounting firms.

Stablecoins

Japan: SBI, BlackRock and Startale to Explore Stablecoin Integration

29/10/2026

SBI, Startale, and BlackRock have signed an agreement to explore linking tokenised money market funds with Japan's yen-denominated stablecoin.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Bank Weighs Regulatory Exemption for City Group Bailout

29/10/2026

Eight banks are seeking regulatory relief to extend fresh credit to the debt-laden conglomerate, whose total exposure has reached BDT 260 billion across 48 financial institutions.

Clearing & Post-Trade

HKEX Updates Fee Concessions Ahead of USM Launch

29/10/2026

HKEX will revise its stock withdrawal fee concessions to align with the upcoming uncertificated securities market implementation.

Structural Regulation

Hong Kong MPFA Issues Directive on Statutory Audit Obligations

29/10/2026

The MPFA has reminded occupational retirement scheme administrators and employers to exercise due diligence when appointing auditors.

Stablecoins

Thailand Approves Crypto-to-Fiat Payment App Under Tourist Sandbox

29/10/2026

The SEC has approved a new app allowing foreign tourists to convert stablecoins into local currency for retail payments.

Cybersecurity

Korea Expands Cyber Defence Framework for Smaller Financial Firms

29/10/2026

The FSI is boosting its budget and cutting fees to help smaller financial firms combat AI-driven cyberattacks.